An Uncommon Cure for Physician Burnout

A recent Mayo clinic study concluded that almost 50% of physicians are experiencing at least one symptom of burnout. I actually think it's much higher.

Inevitably we're told to cope with burnout using a variety of methods. I take that to mean "Shut up and put up." Well, I've got a different solution for physician burnout. Watch my video where I explain my alternative solution:

ZDoggMD Les Misérables

Lovers of medical musicals rejoice! We're finally turning our talents to music outside of rap.

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For All Of The Doctors On Call Over Christmas

A tribute to healthcare peeps working over the hollidays; Feed The Wards (Do They Know It's Christmas Time?)

There comes a time... when we heed a certain call... when the world must come together as one.

This is NOT one of those times.

But it is the Holidays, so we should probably take a moment to think of those less fortunate than ourselves. People who go hungry while others feast. People without a single shred of hope remaining. I’m talking about healthcare workers taking call during the Holidays.

It’s not enough to give lip service to their sacrifice. That’s why Dr. Harry challenged me to put my mouth where my mouth is and DO SOMETHING this year.

Hence the genesis of a grand telethon to benefit these poor needy souls. The main draw: a collection of pop music’s finest stars, gathered together as Band-Aged to belt out a stirring tribute to the selfless heroes of medicine. Sure, the pop stars all look vaguely like me. And sure, British amalgamation Band-Aid did something vaguely reminiscent in the 80′s. But everyone knows that no one speaks British anymore. It’s time for a remake. It’s time to feed the wards...

A Lighter Look at Coaching Med Students on Choosing a Specialty

These doctors are funny!

I just came across Freelance MD's new sister site dedicated to med students (Uncommon Student MD) and in curiosity clicked on this video. To all our physicians out there, I DARE you to try not to laugh.

And I see that one of these intrepid beat boxers is now part of FreelanceMD's author group - fantastic!  It's great to see people who teach us all not to take ourselves too seriously. Enjoy!